The core program leads a NYS Certification in School Counseling (permanent ADV CERT 10648).

Course requirements

This program includes a total of 12 credits. When you meet with your advisor, you will complete a detailed CA1 Program of Study Form.

Electives

Choose electives for a total of 12 credits in the field of Counseling.

Notes:

As per University of Rochester policy, no more than one third of the credits required for this advanced certificate can be transferred from another institution.Other Requirements:

In addition to the coursework indicated above, in order to graduate and to receive the certification(s)/licensure (if any) you are seeking this program has additional requirements. Please note that in some cases, while our program will provide you with all the academic experiences required for the certification you seek, there may be some additional requirements that you will have to complete independently and outside of our program in order to be granted that certification/licensure (ex: completing a certain number of years of mentored experiences). When that is the case, we have listed these requirements but also indicated that they are not a graduation requirement.

MS degree

NYS-approved Workshop on Recognizing the Signs of Child Abuse

NYS-approved Workshop on School Violence Prevention and Intervention

Dignity for All Students (DASA) Training in Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying, & Discrimination Prevention and Intervention

Finger-print Supported Background Check (to be completed and submitted directly to NYS at the beginning of the program)

2 Years of Regular, Full-time Counseling in a School Setting (NOT a graduation requirements but needed before applying for professional certification)